Which place is cheaper, Gdansk or Antwerp?
These are the overall average travel costs for the two destinations.
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Should you visit Antwerp or Gdansk?
Which is cheaper to visit? Which is more expensive for vacation?
Which city is more affordable and which is best for your travel style? If you're trying to figure out where to go next, comparing the travel costs between Antwerp and Gdansk can help you decide which place is right for you.
Where Should I go: Antwerp or Gdansk?
Antwerp
Antwerp is a very popular tourist destination in Belgium. It's a lovely city in the region of Flanders and its people are known for their friendly, open and welcoming personalities. It's a very relaxed and low stress city, making it an excellent place to spend a few days in the midst of a hectic trip. The city itself is known to have a very high standard of living and a great quality of life. Antwerp is also an economic center in Belgium, because of its importance in the diamond trade. It is known as the "world's leading diamond city" with about seventy percent of all diamonds traded through Antwerp.
Gdansk
Gdansk is the capital and largest city of the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. The port dates back a thousand years and was an influential city in the Hanseatic League during the Middle Ages. The city was essentially destroyed during World War II but has rebuilt into one of Europe's most beautiful port cities. The city now has a population of around 460,000 and is a popular tourist destination for visitors from around the globe. It is known for its impressive city center, its great museums, and its beaches that line the coast of the Gulf of Gdansk. In particular, it is a popular summer destination.
For some great organized tour ideas, see The Best Tours for Seniors to Belgium, The Best One-Week (7-Day) Tours from Brussels, The Best 10-Day Tours in Poland, and The Best Sightseeing Tours in Poland.
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Average Daily Cost Per person, per dayAntwerp €123Gdansk €51
The average daily cost (per person) in Antwerp is €123, while the average daily cost in Gdansk is €51. These costs include accommodation (assuming double occupancy, so the traveler is sharing the room), food, transportation, and entertainment. While every person is different, these costs are an average of past travelers in each destination. What follows is a categorical breakdown of travel costs for Antwerp and Gdansk in more detail.
Accommodation
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Accommodation Hotel or hostel for one personAntwerp €71Gdansk €25
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Accommodation Typical double-occupancy roomAntwerp €142Gdansk €50
Compare Hotels in Antwerp and Gdansk
Looking for a hotel in Antwerp or Gdansk? Prices vary by location, date, season, and the level of luxury. See below for options and compare which is best for your budget and travel style.
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Our Analysis
We've analyzed the average and typical hotel prices based on guest reviews, star ratings, and hotel amenities here: Antwerp Hotel Prices and Gdansk Hotel Prices.
Local Transportation
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Local Transportation Taxis, local buses, subway, etc.Antwerp €12Gdansk €7.99
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Antwerp
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Antwerp:
- Antwerp Shuttle Transfer <-> Schipol Airport Amsterdam (1 to 8 Places): $175
- Arrival Private Transfer Antwerp Airport ANR to Antwerp by Sedan: $68
- Private Arrival Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $163
- Private Departure Transfer from Antwerp to Brussels By luxury car: $86
- Private Transfer from Antwerp to Bruges or ZeeBrugge By Luxury car: $141
- Round Trip Private Transfer Brussels Airport BRU to Antwerp City by Luxury Car: $274
- Transfer from Antwerp Airport ANR to Antwerp by Luxury Car or Van: $73
Hired Cars and Shuttles in Gdansk
Some specific examples of transportation prices in Gdansk:
- Alle Taxi - Airport Transfer Gdansk: $36
- Arrival Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport GDN to Gdansk City by Luxury Car: $56
- Arrival Private Transfer from Gdansk Airport GDN to Gdansk City by Minivan: $39
- Bubble Football with Hotel Transfers: $60
- Departure Private Transfer: Gdansk City to Gdansk Airport GDN by Minivan: $39
- From Gdansk, Sopot, Gdynia: Private Transfers to Olivia Sta: $36
- From Gdansk, Sopot, Gdynia: Private Transfers to Olivia Star: $58
- From Stutthof Concentration Camp Tour with Transfer: $192
- Gdansk Airport (GDN) Private Transfer to City Center Gdansk: $44
- Gdansk Airport - Gdynia City Private Transfer: $56
- Gdansk Airport - Sopot Private Transfer: $53
- Gdansk Airport One-Way Transfer: $47
Is it cheaper to fly into Antwerp or Gdansk?
Prices for flights to both Gdansk and Antwerp change regularly based on dates and travel demand. We suggest you find the best prices for your next trip on Kayak, because you can compare the cost of flights across multiple airlines for your prefered dates.
Food
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Food Meals for one dayAntwerp €39Gdansk €19
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Antwerp
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Antwerp.
- 2-Hour Food Tour with 5 Tastings: $71
Food Tours and Cooking Classes in Gdansk
Also, here are some specific examples of food and dining related activities in Gdansk.
- Delicious Gdańsk Food Tour in Poland: $94
- 4-hour Polish Food Tour: $109
- Private Food-Pairing Dinner Experience: $121
- Gdansk foodpairing dinner: $124
- Gdansk Traditional Food Tour with Old Town Sightseeing: $156
- Gdansk Food Tour Experience: $168
- Gdańsk: World-Class Fine Dining Dinner on the Top Floor: $208
Entertainment
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Entertainment Entrance tickets, shows, etc.Antwerp €8.21Gdansk €7.62
Tours and Activities in Antwerp
Here are a few actual costs in Antwerp for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Historical Walking Tour in the Old City: $3.20
- First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $3.21
- Evening Walking Tour: The Dark Side of Antwerp: $3.26
- Historical Walking Tour: Legends of Antwerp: $3.27
- Escape Game and Tour: $6.95
- Antwerp Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $7.09
- Antwerp In App Audio Tour : Belgian Port City (EN, DU): $7.59
- Highlights Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt and City Tour: $8.02
- Walking Tour with Audioguide App: $8.02
- Walking Tour with Audio Guide on App: $11
- Walking Tour: Highlights of Antwerp: $16
- Walking Tour Big five Rubens' churches (audio): $16
Tours and Activities in Gdansk
Here are a few actual costs in Gdansk for available activities, ticket prices, and tours:
- Gdańsk: City Exploration Game and Tour: $5.35
- Gdańsk: Self-Guided Highlights Scavenger Hunt & Tour: $5.35
- Discover Gdansk! - €5 Walking Tour: $5.46
- Old Town Highlights Self-guided Tour: $6.31
- Gdańsk: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour: $6.42
- Gdansk Scavenger Hunt and Best Landmarks Self-Guided Tour: $6.56
- Individual Sightseeing Tour with Audio Guide: $7.43
- Gdańsk: Sightseeing Cruise around the Old Town of Gdansk: $14
- Self-Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide: $14
- Gorgeous Gdansk Self-Guided Audio Tour: $15
- Gdańsk : Catamaran River Cruise (group): $17
- Gdańsk: Motlawa River Yacht Cruise: $17
Alcohol
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Alcohol Drinks for one dayAntwerp €18Gdansk €4.44
Sample the Local Flavors in Antwerp
Also in Antwerp, these are the prices for nightlife and alcohol related activities from various tour providers:
- Antwerp Pub Trail: Pub crawl with interactive online game: $12
- City Brewery De Koninck Interactive Tour: $17
- Tour and Tasting if alcoholic Ginger-beer in a gluten-free nano-brewery: $62
- Antwerp Pub Crawl Walking Tour: $65
- Pub Crawl in the Historical City: $96
Sample the Local Flavors in Gdansk
Here are a few nightlife and alcohol tours and activities from local tour providers in Gdansk:
- Gdansk Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $22
- Pub Crawl with Free Drinks: $25
- Pub Crawl with Complimentary Drinks: $30
When we compare the travel costs of actual travelers between Antwerp and Gdansk, we can see that Antwerp is more expensive. And not only is Gdansk much less expensive, but it is actually a significantly cheaper destination. So, traveling to Gdansk would let you spend less money overall. Or, you could decide to spend more money in Gdansk and be able to afford a more luxurious travel style by staying in nicer hotels, eating at more expensive restaurants, taking tours, and experiencing more activities. The same level of travel in Antwerp would naturally cost you much more money, so you would probably want to keep your budget a little tighter in Antwerp than you might in Gdansk.
If you're trying to decide if either of these two destinations are within your price range, also see Is Antwerp Expensive? and Is Gdansk Expensive?.
Which is Bigger, Antwerp or Gdansk?
Gdansk has a larger population, and is about 0% larger than the population of Antwerp. When comparing the sizes of Antwerp and Gdansk, keep in mind that a larger population does not always imply the destination has more attractions or better activities. So, always research the type of place that you want to visit along with the activities and attractions that interest you.
When is the best time to visit Antwerp or Gdansk?
Both destinations experience a temperate climate with four distinct seasons. And since both cities are in the northern hemisphere, summer is in July and winter is in January.
Should I visit Antwerp or Gdansk in the Summer?
Both Gdansk and Antwerp are popular destinations to visit in the summer with plenty of activities. The city activities and the family-friendly experiences are the main draw to Antwerp this time of year.
In the summer, Antwerp is around the same temperature as Gdansk. Typically, the summer temperatures in Antwerp in July average around 17°C (63°F), and Gdansk averages at about 17°C (63°F).
It's quite sunny in Gdansk. The sun comes out a lot this time of the year in Antwerp. Antwerp usually receives around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk during summer. Antwerp gets 202 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 204 hours of full sun in the summer.
In July, Antwerp usually receives around the same amount of rain as Gdansk. Antwerp gets 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 68 mm (2.7 in) of rain each month for the summer.
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Summer Average Temperatures JulyAntwerp 17°C (63°F)Gdansk 17°C (63°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Gdansk in the Autumn?
Both Gdansk and Antwerp during the autumn are popular places to visit. Many travelers come to Antwerp for the city's sights and attractions and the shopping scene.
In October, Antwerp is generally much warmer than Gdansk. Daily temperatures in Antwerp average around 12°C (54°F), and Gdansk fluctuates around 8°C (46°F).
In the autumn, Antwerp often gets more sunshine than Gdansk. Antwerp gets 105 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 97 hours of full sun.
Antwerp usually gets more rain in October than Gdansk. Antwerp gets 78 mm (3.1 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 43 mm (1.7 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Autumn Average Temperatures OctoberAntwerp 12°C (54°F)Gdansk 8°C (46°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Gdansk in the Winter?
The winter attracts plenty of travelers to both Antwerp and Gdansk. Many visitors come to Antwerp in the winter for the museums, the shopping scene, and the cuisine.
Gdansk can be very cold during winter. Antwerp can get quite cold in the winter. Antwerp is much warmer than Gdansk in the winter. The daily temperature in Antwerp averages around 3°C (38°F) in January, and Gdansk fluctuates around -2°C (28°F).
Antwerp usually receives more sunshine than Gdansk during winter. Antwerp gets 47 hours of sunny skies, while Gdansk receives 33 hours of full sun in the winter.
In January, Antwerp usually receives more rain than Gdansk. Antwerp gets 59 mm (2.3 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 31 mm (1.2 in) of rain each month for the winter.
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Winter Average Temperatures JanuaryAntwerp 3°C (38°F)Gdansk -2°C (28°F)
Should I visit Antwerp or Gdansk in the Spring?
The spring brings many poeple to Antwerp as well as Gdansk. Most visitors come to Antwerp for the activities around the city during these months.
In the spring, Antwerp is a little warmer than Gdansk. Typically, the spring temperatures in Antwerp in April average around 8°C (47°F), and Gdansk averages at about 6°C (43°F).
In the spring, Antwerp often gets around the same amount of sunshine as Gdansk. Antwerp gets 158 hours of sunny skies this time of year, while Gdansk receives 162 hours of full sun.
Antwerp usually gets more rain in April than Gdansk. Antwerp gets 45 mm (1.8 in) of rain, while Gdansk receives 35 mm (1.4 in) of rain this time of the year.
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Spring Average Temperatures AprilAntwerp 8°C (47°F)Gdansk 6°C (43°F)
Typical Weather for Gdansk and Antwerp
| Antwerp | Gdansk | |||
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| Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | Temp (°C) | Rain (mm) | |
| Jan | 3°C (38°F) | 59 mm (2.3 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 31 mm (1.2 in) |
| Feb | 3°C (38°F) | 44 mm (1.7 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 25 mm (1 in) |
| Mar | 6°C (42°F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) | 1°C (34°F) | 32 mm (1.3 in) |
| Apr | 8°C (47°F) | 45 mm (1.8 in) | 6°C (43°F) | 35 mm (1.4 in) |
| May | 12°C (54°F) | 49 mm (1.9 in) | 11°C (52°F) | 46 mm (1.8 in) |
| Jun | 15°C (59°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 14°C (57°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Jul | 17°C (63°F) | 66 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Aug | 18°C (64°F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) | 17°C (63°F) | 68 mm (2.7 in) |
| Sep | 16°C (60°F) | 62 mm (2.4 in) | 12°C (54°F) | 56 mm (2.2 in) |
| Oct | 12°C (54°F) | 78 mm (3.1 in) | 8°C (46°F) | 43 mm (1.7 in) |
| Nov | 7°C (45°F) | 75 mm (2.9 in) | 2°C (36°F) | 47 mm (1.9 in) |
| Dec | 5°C (40°F) | 71 mm (2.8 in) | -2°C (28°F) | 39 mm (1.5 in) |
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